Clarence Ward III
Feb. 1, 2-3 p.m.
Glen Burnie Library | 1010 Eastway, Glen Burnie, MD 21060
Enjoy an hour of live music by the multi-instrumentalist who is widely considered the “heart and soul of Baltimore’s jazz scene.” Hear Clarence Ward III play the trumpet, flugelhorn and saxophone; for ages 11 and older
Free | aacpl.net
Freedom Songs: The Music of Black History
Feb. 15, 2-4 p.m.
Linthicum Library | 400 Shipley Road, Linthicum, MD 21090
This play follows the story of the role that music played in Black American history. Meet incredible Americans like Scott Joplin, Billie Holiday, Little Richard and more in a tale for audiences of all ages.
Free | aacpl.net
“Lift Every Voice: A Letter to the Editor”
Feb. 19, 10:15 a.m. & noon
Hammonds Lane Theatre
194 Hammonds Lane, Brooklyn Park, MD 21225
Follow the journey of a 12-year-old boy in the 1960s South to celebrate the courage and resilience of Americans during the Civil Rights Movement. The musical is educational for young learners, featuring watershed events such as the Montgomery Bus Boycott, the Little Rock Nine and the Greensboro sit-ins.
$11.50 | artsonstage.org
Meet Dr. King
Feb. 22, 11 a.m. – noon
Eastport-Annapolis Neck Library
269 Hillsmere Drive, Annapolis, MD 21403
Learn about the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. through an engaging, easy-to-follow narrative. It highlights key moments from his childhood in Atlanta to his leadership as a civil rights icon; best for ages 6 and older
Free | aacpl.net
Storytime Squad: Black History Month Heroes
Feb. 27, 10-10:45 a.m.
Mt. Hope Community Center
104 Pushaw Station Road, Sunderland, MD 20689
As Black History Month comes to a close, learn about some of the most prominent figures in Black history through a fun and engaging storytime; best for children ages 2 to 5
Free | calvertcountymd.gov
“Freedom Train”
Feb. 28, 10:15 a.m. & noon
Hammonds Lane Theatre
194 Hammonds Lane, Brooklyn Park, MD 21225
“Freedom Train” tells the story of Harriet Tubman through theatrical scenes that use dance, dialogue and music of the period. Enjoy the story of sacrifice, dedication and survival; best for grades 3 to 12
$10.50 | artsonstage.org
